Ottaway Jr. named chair of Storm King Art Center board

James H. Ottaway Jr. is the new chair of the Board of Trustees of Storm King Art Center, according to an announcement made Monday by the Mountainville art center.

Ottaway Jr., former chairman and CEO of Ottaway Newspapers, has been a trustee of Storm King since 1986. He had served as vice chair of the board since 1995 and will succeed H. Peter Stern, who becomes honorary chair.

Storm King has also named Roberta Denning as its board's newest member.

“Jim Ottaway has been a vital member of the Storm King family for over 25 years, and the board and staff embrace the opportunity to work with him in this expanded role," said John P. Stern, president of the board. "He brings to his position a wealth of knowledge not only about the Art Center, but also about the larger arts and environmental communities; deep professional experience; and a passion for the arts, culture, environment, and education. Guided by Jim’s rigorous leadership, and with Roberta’s fresh insights, we look forward to continuing to enrich Storm King’s program and unique visitor experience of art in nature.”